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When you live in the middle of nowhere, few things are more frustrating than a toilet or bathtub that won't drain or is emitting a foul odor. Unfortunately, as someone who owns a septic tank, I can tell you that these types of instances are common. Fortunately, a few months ago, we realized that there was an incredible septic system services company that could come out and help whenever we needed it. We had our tank pumped, and we also learned how to take care of our tank to avoid problems down the road. These changes made our experience a lot more pleasant. You too can learn how to better maintain your septic system!

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Your septic system is equipped with an alarm. This alarm is meant to alert you of any problems that occur within the system prior to it filling your home with backflow. How does this alarm work and what do you do if it sounds?
How the Alarm Works
Inside the septic tank, the pump is equipped with a floater. This floater rises with the waste water as the level increases inside the tank.
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If you don't have a septic tank, you may not know much about them; things like when it should be emptied, how to know when it's full, or how to maintain it are probably questions for which you don't have an answer. If you've moved into a home that has a septic tank, you really should know the answer to these questions. Read on for information about septic tanks, including when you should have it pumped out and other helpful tips.
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If you are planning on scheduling a septic system installation, you may be uncertain as to where you should place the septic tank. While trying to pick out a spot, avoid making the following mistakes that could lead to disaster in the future.
Placing the Septic Tank Near a Tree
When scoping out a location for your septic tank, you may find a small clearing on your property that is surrounded by trees.
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A septic tank shouldn't smell if it was properly installed and has been well maintained since. Therefore, if your tank has smelled since it was installed, then the installer probably didn't do a good work. However, if the smell only started some time after installation, then poor maintenance is probably the problem. There is no alternative to proper installation and maintenance, but the following methods should help you keep the odor in check:
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Most people who have ever gone to a large event, or went camping out in the woods, have encountered a porta potty. Porta potties are a genius invention that allow one to use the restroom without the use of water or plumbing to get rid of the waste. Although many people have used porta potties, most people don't know how they work.
Portable Toilets Have Unique External Designed
It is not an accident that most portable toilets look similar to one another.
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